Hydra Capsule - On-Site Operative
Job Title: On-Site Operative/Labour Installer
Location: Hereford, Herefordshire - Reference Number: 156/25
Wage: Competitive salary and excellent benefits
Hydra Capsule Limited, we are a growing company in Hereford which works through UK and Ireland. We carry out installing temporary propping and hydraulic jacking systems / hiring of equipment across the UK and Europe.
We've been around for almost 35 years and have a strong heritage. Hydra Capsule Limited are one of the leading hire and temporary works, hydraulic jacking & monitoring businesses in the UK, we are currently looking for Site Operative(s) to join our fast paced company in Hereford.
About the role:
Briefly, our Operatives work in teams to make sure our Depots / Company projects (on site - throughout the UK) run smoothly.
There's a lot to the role, but here are some of the key responsibilities:
* The need to be lifting/manual handling and moving equipment throughout the day is needed. Team-working is essential.
* Travelling to/from site (driving license required) / Company vehicles to be provided
* Requirement to work-away and stay away (Hotel, food; breakfast and evening meal, and accommodation provided by company)
* Assisting site engineers, technicians and installers
* Travelling extensively throughout the UK, staying away as required
* Installation, lifting and Dismantling of Temporary Propping / Steelwork
* Hydraulic Jacking System
* Preparing, maintaining and cleaning equipment
* Unloading, sorting and arranging returned equipment
* Checking that orders are correct before dispatch to a customer
* Recording receipt of orders following return from on-hire / off-hire
* Maintaining a clean and safe yard and storage areas
* Use of digital project management, paperless systems (training to be provided)
* IT / Tablet literate
* OVERTIME - will and is available (over-time rate paid)
In return we are able to offer a highly attractive package consisting:
* No experience required, full on the job training provided
* Extremely competitive salary.
* Generous overtime payments with OTE range of £32,000 - £45,000
* Overnight allowance
* 4 weeks holidays, including bank/public holidays
* Pension scheme
* Christmas shutdown
* Recruitment referral scheme
* Professional development opportunities to obtain Industry recognised qualifications
* Fully structured training to progress from assistant to Temporary Works, Hydraulic Jacking roles
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent
Pay: £27,500.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
* CSCS Card (required)
Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: HYDR-156/25
Expected start date: 20/10/2025